In some areas of the island, over 80% of structures have been
severely damaged or destroyed. Over 150,000 people have been
displaced, and many more having no access to basic necessities such
as water, food, shelter, medical supplies and power.
In the aftermath of the earthquake, as of 9 August 2018, the
death toll has been reported to be at 347 people, with hundreds more
injured and the numbers expected to rise considerably.
The epicentre was located inland, near Loloan Village in North
Lombok Regency. As its rupture spread to the north, severe shaking
was reported throughout the entire island while strong shaking was
reported in the neighbouring islands of Bali and Sumbawa. The
severity of the damage from the earthquake has been reported to be
in the North/North Western part of the Island, where in some cases
villages have been completely destroyed with the people losing their
possessions, homes and livelihood.
Anema Resort Lombok is based in Lombok, with the Head Office in
Bali. The Anema Resort and Staff are dedicating their time and
efforts assist the local communities in the aftermath of this
natural disaster.
Following the earthquake, Anema Resort has extended assistance
to various parts of Lombok. Assistance includes distribution of
water, bedding, tents and medicine, and the conversion of one of our
building into a kitchen for free meals and shelter.
TheAnema Resort has contributed some funding to provide some
immediate relief and to help the communities.
The Anema Resort Lombok staff, comprising of Indonesians and
foreigners, are working tirelessly to assist in anyway they can. We
are reaching out to all our friends and colleagues worldwide to
contribute in any possible way as help is required urgently, in this
case time is of the essence.
We are seeing incredible solidarity by all the more fortunate
who were not as impacted, driving to these remote location to
provide the necessities needed. Where local government authorities.
Have been unable to reach or provide the necessary assistance.
We are looking for any additional funding to assist these
struggling villages. Our management team in Lombok are on the ground
ensuring that emergency supplies are being distributed efficiently
and directly to those in need. In addition to providing food, water,
shelter and medical supplies, we will hope to provide some funding
towards repairing and rebuilding some of the homes.
All donations of any amount are greatly appreciated and we thank
you in advance for your help in reliving some of the tragic
circumstances the people of Lombok are currently facing.
Please note these funds will only be used to provide aid and
relief for the people of Lombok and their communities. There will be
full transparency in terms of the use of the allocated funds, these
funds will not be used for any commercial or corporate benefit.
The allocation of the funds will be managed by a dedicated
accountant under the supervision of Anema Resort staff in Lombok.
